Inchmurrin 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 76/2014) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) vs Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchmurrin 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 76/2014) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Loch Lomond
£56
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Big Peat
★ 5.00
£48
| Inchmurrin 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 76/2014) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) | Big Peat at Christmas 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Big Peat |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.5% | 52.8% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £55.5 | £47.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchmurrin 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 76/2014) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Inchmurrin 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 76/2014) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Quick verdict
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is better value at £48 vs £56.
For beginners: Inchmurrin 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 76/2014) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Inchmurrin 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 76/2014) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£55.5 vs £47.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Big Peat at Christmas 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£47.9 vs £55.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.8%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Inchmurrin?
Inchmurrin 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 76/2014) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Big?
Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Inchmurrin 11 Year Old 2014 (cask 76/2014) - Cask Masters (Brave New Spirits)
Only Big Peat at Christmas 2021